Trump bluster sets provocative tone in 2016 race
Washington (AFP) - Like a brush fire kicking up in America's southwest, the storm brought on by Donald Trump's political bombast threatens to scorch all it touches as Republicans brace for fallout from their rival's remarks.
The billionaire tycoon's caustic, seemingly unrehearsed comments about Mexican immigrants, uttered when he launched his White House campaign in mid-June, sparked immigration debates and triggered questions about the braggadocio of a candidate unafraid to disparage fellow Republicans, and whether it hurts the party's chances in 2016.
His business interests have taken a hit, with Univision, NBC and retailer Macy's severing ties with Trump after the mogul said Mexico was sending "rapists" and other criminals into the United States.
But his political profile -- fueled by non-stop media coverage in recent weeks -- has risen substantially.
"The Donald," as he is sometimes nicknamed, has emerged as the number-two contender, behind Jeb Bush, in recent polls by CNN and Fox. ...
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